Tag: Paris tourist tips
Pedestrian Only Sundays on the Avenue des Champs-Elysées
On the first sunday of every month, pedestrians can enjoy the beautiful Avenue des Champs-Elysées without the disturbance of traffic and congestion. Cars will...
American Library in Paris – closed for major renovations
The famous American Library in Paris is undergoing a major renovation. The extensive project started on May 15th is a result of several years of planning,...
How to Plan the Perfect First Day in Paris
You know the saying, "I need a vacation from my vacation", it could very well been invented by someone who has been a visitor...
The Art of the Scam: The ‘Artsy’ Side of Paris You Don’t Want to...
Everywhere you look in Paris there is art; certainly in the museums, but don't forget about artfully arranged boutique windows artistically wrapped purchases, wildly...
Paris in the Off Season
There’s nothing off about the off season in Paris. More like right on.
From roughly late September to early April, Paris is strictly in season...
Photo of the Week – October 18, 2013
It’s something I learned many years ago and I still believe it. If a door’s not locked, or if the lock is manageable, and no...
Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Next Trip to Paris
1. Check your passport
Make sure your passport is valid until at least 6 months after you arrive in France. Persons with passports expiring within...
The Fifth Arrondissement, the Paris Latin Quarter
Paris’ Latin Quarter, the 5th Arrondissement, is home to the heart of the city, the Notre Dame de Paris, a church that has stood...
The Fifth Dimension Paris Latin Quarter
Paris’ Latin Quarter, the 5th Arrondissement, is home to the heart of the city, the Notre Dame de Paris, a church that has stood...
Getting Your Best From Paris
Paris is an exceptionally richly layered city but one that is not at all difficult to enjoy. Visitors can easily access contemporary Paris urbanity...
London 2012 To Paris And Back In A Day: A Fun Jaunt!
Excerpt from the guidebook Practical Paris (Everything You Need To Know About Paris But Didn’t Know To Ask), available on Amazon.com:Many people coming to...
NOMA: Haut and Hip in the Marais
The numerous charms of the Marais are no secret for Paris-lovers. What is less known is the continual transformation of the ‘haut Marais’ or...
